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SOIL
COMPRESSION
SOIL COMPRESSION
Ho
H
Derivation of Compression
Equations Contd.
Note: Since there is no lateral strain on the sample as it is
confined, axial strain is equal to volumetric strain.
From Eqn. (2), H = Ho (1 - ) .......... (3)
M M
Dry bulk density, b at any stress ...... (4)
V H. A
Note: Soil particle density can be taken as 2.65 gm/cm3 for most
Soil Compression Index
1 and 2 .
Where: e1 and e2 are void ratios at two applied stresses
% Moisture Content
The extent of soil compaction also varies according to
whether the force acts by impact, kneading action or
vibration etc.
Factors that Affect Soil Compaction
Contd.
Solution: r = rd
1+m
where: rd = dry bulk density, r = Wet Density,
m = Moisture Content
1.8
D r y b u l k d e n s i ty (g
3
1.7
1.6
1.5
1.4
1.3
1.2
1.1
1
0 10 20 30
Moisture Content (%)